Kota people (Gabon)

Another key feature of the Kota people is the originality of its circumcision and widow-purification rituals, which are generally kept secret.

Kota children are taught to value tradition, respect for the elderly, and the concept of "Ewele" (loosely translated as 'pride').

[citation needed] They are noted for their copper and brass reliquary guardian figures, which are part of a powerful religious and mystical order known as Bwete.

Alexandre Sambat, a long-time ambassador to the United States who later ran for president in 1993, was of Kota origin.

Emmanuel Issoze-Ngondet was an established representative in the United Nations and served as Prime Minister of Gabon as well.